In this article, we will formulate an Eastern Michigan vs Bowling Green prediction for this College Basketball game on Tuesday, February 25th at the Gervin GameAbove Center in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Eastern Michigan Eagles Betting Preview
The Eastern Michigan Eagles are 14-13 (7-7) this season after they defeated NIU by a score of 79-76 in their last game. Eastern Michigan trailed 48-38 at halftime, but they scored 41 points in the second half and won on a buzzer-beater. The Eagles shot 42% from the field, 40.9% on three-pointers, and 77.8% on free throws in the game. Jalen Terry led Eastern Michigan with 28 points and six rebounds, while Da’Sean Nelson added 19 points and five rebounds in the game.
Prior to that win, the Eagles defeated Miami (OH) by a score of 76-66 and Toledo by a score of 80-73. Eastern Michigan has won four of their last five games and they are currently tied for sixth in the MAC standings with a 7-7 record. Eastern Michigan has scored 73.4 points per game and they have allowed 76.9 points per game, while also averaging 32.3 rebounds and 12.8 assists per game this season. Jalen Terry is averaging 16.8 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game, while Da’Sean Nelson is averaging 16.4 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game this year. Eastern Michigan is shooting 46% from the field, 72.4% on free throws, and 34.7% on three-pointers this season.
Bowling Green Falcons Betting Preview
The Bowling Green Falcons are 11-16 (5-9) this year after they defeated Toledo by a score of 69-68 in their last game. Bowling Green led 41-37 at halftime, but they needed a game-winning layup with about one second left for the win. The Falcons shot 46.7% from the field, 32% on three-pointers, and 71.4% on free throws in the game. Javontae Campbell led Bowling Green with 23 points and three rebounds, while Derrick Butler added 20 points and five rebounds in the game.
Prior to that win, the Falcons lost to Kent State by a score of 91-84 but did beat Buffalo by a score of 63-59 before that. Bowling Green has won four of their last six games and they are currently tied for ninth in the MAC standings with a 5-9 record. Bowling Green has scored 75.8 points per game and they have allowed 76 points per game, while also averaging 33.7 rebounds and 11.4 assists per game this season. Marcus Johnson is averaging 16.1 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game, while Javontae Campbell is averaging 14.6 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game this season. Bowling Green is shooting 44.5% from the field, 75.1% on free throws, and 34.3% on three-pointers this year.
Why Eastern Michigan will beat Bowling Green
- Eastern Michigan has won each of its last six night games at George Gervin GameAbove Center following a road win.
- Bowling Green has lost four of its last five road games following a road win.
- The home team has won the first half in seven of Eastern Michigan’s last eight games.
Why Bowling Green will beat Eastern Michigan
- Bowling Green has won each of its last seven night games against Eastern Michigan.
- Eastern Michigan has lost 26 of its last 32 night games against the Mid-American Conference.
- Bowling Green has won the first half in five of its last six games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the last five night games between Bowling Green and Eastern Michigan has produced a total of 151+ points.
- Four of Bowling Green’s last five night games against the Mid-American Conference have produced a total of 161+ points.
Eastern Michigan vs Bowling Green Prediction
Eastern Michigan comes into this matchup with a 7-7 conference record and they will be at home for this game. The Eagles are currently in the top eight of the conference, which would qualify them for the conference tournament, but they still have work to do. Eastern Michigan is shooting 46% from the field this year and they have scored at least 76 points in five straight games. Bowling Green has alternated wins and losses over their last five games and they are 2-0 in their last two home games. The Falcons have allowed 68 points or fewer in three of their last five games, but they have allowed at least 84 points in five of their last six losses. The first meeting between these teams was a 68-62 Eastern Michigan win, but I think we are going to see both defenses struggle in this game. Take the over here.